Woodbourne Airport (BHE)

BHE is the IATA airport code for Woodbourne Airport (New Zealand). Its ICAO code is NZWB.

Airport

Woodbourne Airport is a medium airport in Woodbourne, New Zealand with scheduled passenger flights. Its longest runway is 1,425 m long (gravel), at an elevation of 33 m (109 ft).

Woodbourne Airport is located in Woodbourne, New Zealand, serving as a regional airport. It provides both domestic and limited international services, primarily catering to air traffic in the region.

The airport is recognized by its IATA code WBO and operates several key routes, essential for connecting travelers to popular destinations within New Zealand.

With a single terminal, Woodbourne Airport offers basic facilities for travelers, ensuring a smooth travel experience. Its strategic position contributes to the local economy and regional connectivity, making it a vital infrastructure in the area.

Basic Information

Full Name

Woodbourne Airport

IATA Code

BHE

ICAO Code

NZWB

Location

Woodbourne, New Zealand

Continent

Oceania

Time Zone

Pacific/Auckland

How early to be at BHE

International flights: 3 to 3.5 hours before departure
Domestic flights: 2 to 2.5 hours before departure

Our estimate for a normal day; the airport publishes no figure of its own.

Check-in usually closes 40 to 60 minutes before departure. Your airline's own time is on its website and your booking, and it always wins.

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Key facts

Scheduled passenger flights

Yes

Size

Medium Airport

Elevation

33 m (109 ft)

Longest runway

1,425 m (4,675 ft), gravel

Runways

Runway	Length	Surface	Lights
06L/24R	1,425 m (4,675 ft)	gravel	No
06R/24L	1,425 m (4,675 ft)	asphalt	Yes
10/28	1,182 m (3,878 ft)	gravel	No

Airport facts from OurAirports (public domain), checked 16 Oct 2026.

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Lounge access

No business class ticket or lounge membership? Many lounges at Woodbourne Airport sell day passes, usually for a few hours with food, drinks, Wi-Fi and sometimes showers. Book ahead: walk-in prices are often higher and lounges can turn people away when full.

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BHE: questions and answers

What is the airport code of Woodbourne Airport?

The airport code of Woodbourne Airport is BHE (IATA) and NZWB (ICAO).

Which city is BHE airport in?

Woodbourne Airport is in Woodbourne, New Zealand.

Does Woodbourne Airport have scheduled passenger flights?

Yes. BHE has scheduled passenger flights; see the airlines that fly here on this page.

Contact

Wikipedia

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Woodbourne_Airport

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